Why are standardized recipes important to a foodservice operation?

Answer by  ksforpedro (30)

Having standardized recipes ensures that no matter who is working in the kitchen on a given night, the customer receives the dish as they expect it to arrive. Inconsistent recipes lead to non-returning customers.

Answer by  barkley (951)

Standardized recipes are important because that will result in consistency of taste for your customers. Also, if you publish nutritional information about the food you serve, standardized recipes become important. Finally, it will allow you to plan more easily knowing how much of which ingredients you need to prepare items.